Schenectady rabbi among targets in social media posts that led to hate crime investigation
A Schenectady rabbi was targeted in what State Police say were social media threats targeting Jewish people. Rabbi Matt Cutler said antisemitism is on the rise.
Western Ave. property returned to tax roll after IDA declared construction site dormant
The Albany IDA advanced a measure Thursday to end tax breaks for a $35 million apartment and retail space project planned near University at Albany. The completed complex at the .92-acre plot on Western Avenue is meant to support the city’s need for housing, but the structure remains vacant and unfinished. The owners...
Teen Sentenced For Albany Barber Shop Manslaughter
An 18-year-old man is being sentenced today, Friday (March 20), for his role in the fatal shooting at Village Barber and Beauty on Second Avenue in Albany, New York. The man, who was 15 at the time of the incident in May 2023, pleaded guilty to manslaughter last year. He faces up to 10 years in prison for his...
Albany IDA pulls $14M in tax breaks for stalled Western Avenue housing development
Albany Industrial Development Agency finally runs out of patience with DMG Investments, developer of Air Albany site at 1211 Western Ave., a major uptown eyesore.
Felony drug charges filed after deputies say suspect had 40g crack
Albany, NY (WRGB) — An Albany man is facing multiple felony drug charges after running from deputies during a traffic stop, according to the Albany County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Craig D. Apple Sr. said the incident happened around 8:35 p.m. Thursday, March 19, when members of the Sheriff’s...
$15M budget gap prompts Applyrs to order jobs freeze, other cuts
Discovery of shortfall prompts the mayor to ask department heads to submit budget reduction plans as high as 15%.
Crash closes portion of Central Avenue in Colonie
All lanes of Route 5 eastbound west of New Karner in Colonie are closed for a crash.
Six 518 Burger Spots Make Prestigious NY Best Burger Competition
From tavern classics to stacked masterpieces, 6 area burgers have been nominated for "Best in New York State"
Two ticketed after Nassau road rage shooting investigation
On Thursday, New York State Police officers announced the arrests of two men reportedly involved in a road rage shooting incident in July 2025. According to troopers, both men, Ryan Hoffman, and Cody Morrill, were issued violations.
13-year-old shot in the back in Schenectady, underwent surgery
Schenectady, NY (WRGB) — A 13-year-old was shot in the back Wednesday evening in Schenectady, prompting an active investigation by the Schenectady Police Department’s Youth Aid Bureau and Major Crimes Units. Police said officers were dispatched at about 8:18 p.m. March 19, 2026, to the 500 block of...
